Stephen R. Almeida

Saturday

Aug 9, 2014 at 3:55 PM

BRIGHTON — Stephen R. Almeida, age 75, of Dartmouth, passed away Monday, August 4, 2014 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Brighton. He was the husband of Gail (Spooner) Almeida, with whom he shared 50 years of marriage.

BRIGHTON — Stephen R. Almeida, age 75, of Dartmouth, passed away Monday, August 4, 2014 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Brighton. He was the husband of Gail (Spooner) Almeida, with whom he shared 50 years of marriage.

He was born and raised in New Bedford, the son of the late Frank and Jacqueline (Vieira) Almeida. In addition to his wife, survivors include his son, Michael and his daughter, Diana.

Mr. Almeida served in the United States Army, later earning a Master's Degree in Education from Bridgewater State University. He was an elementary school teacher and principal for many years and a promotional products representative.

Stephen was a past president of the Middleboro Rotary and NEPPA. He was an avid Christmas and antique collector.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Funeral Mass Friday, August 22, 2014 at 10 AM in St. Joseph's Church, 74 Spring St., Fairhaven. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Riverside Cemetery, Fairhaven. Arrangements are in the care of Waring-Sullivan, Fairlawn.